Everything we were hoping for and we can't wait to come back! Hosts were more than fabulous,…read moreutilities top notch, and everything is gorgeous!

From the owner: New Earth Estate is a year-round retreat and event centre in the heart of Grey County just outside…read moreof the village of Markdale, founded in 2016, which conducts soulful programs and events throughout the year. Also as an event venue, on a 50 acre piece of nature, with pond, river, forest and hills, New Earth Estate welcomes, entrepreneurs, institutes, or individuals to have their programs, occasion, or special events held at its beautiful outdoor and indoor spaces.

I feel so lucky to have found Nirvana Retreats!! It is simply surreal and even the location is…read morefantastic. I live in Burlington but I work in Oakville and most of my clients live there. It only took us 1hour and 15 minutes to get there by car! The owners, Michael and Liz were helpful from the very beginning; from giving us directions to attending to our every need from the moment we arrived, and with genuine smiles. You can feel that they honestly care. Our experience was amazing. After speaking with Liz and visiting the place before planning my weekend and booking it, I knew right away that is was the perfect little piece of heaven I had been looking for and that was missing in my life. The accommodations are very comfortable, bed and rooms. Everything is impeccably clean and conveniently placed. Sheets, pillows and linens are also included which avoids a headache when with groups. The washrooms are spacious and there are sufficient amounts so that you never find yourself waiting to use the toilet or shower. You have the option to stay in the house or rent the cabins outside as well. The yoga barn is not that of what you would think of. In my clients words: "it's more of a barn out of a fairytale than an actual barn you picture in your head!" The dining room is spacious but also very cosy. The person who built the barn had to be very patient and meticulous. The chef/cook we hired through Liz's recommendations was a hit! Her food was creative and tasty, wonderful flavors and she is also a very inspiring person. Not only does she speak multiple languages but is very talented with music as well and we finished the night around the fire pit outside, playing instruments she brought and dancing in celebration, hypnotized by the flammes and the sound of her voice. I highly recommend her services! Her name is Erin Meher (erinmeher@gmail.com) and she is into ayurvedic yoga massage, yogasana, pranayama, meditation, organic gardening & permaculture. A very multi-talented woman that has so much in depth knowledge and even helped enlighten my clients about proper nutrition. Certainly don't hesitate to ask Liz about her! Surrounded by the beauty's of nature as if it's not enough, they also have a beautiful artisan pond, perfect to swim, very refreshing with access to a paddle boat. The pond is also filled with clay which was awesome as we gave each other facials and let it dry in the sun, lounging on comfortable chairs. The forest is dense but the trail walk is clear and flowers decorate the path to make it even prettier. The garden is beautiful; I had never seen asparagus grow! Liz is also a Thai massage practitioner and we had all booked in a massage. I can honestly say, I've lived in Thailand for almost a year and I've never had such a wonderful massage. I was competing in Muay Thai and getting massages done every third day so you can imagine I've had my share of them... But none compare to Liz's healing hands. She is attentionate and caring and you can feel her putting her positive loving intentions and the sincere release that comes with it. The best hands on massage I've ever had! If I had 4 thumbs, I'd give her 4 thumbs up!! Her father Michael is also an extraordinary man. I still don't understand how he keeps up with the maintenance of the place. The property is huge! He helped us with the fire and even came to serve us fresh watermelon on Sunday when we were lounging with our facials fresh from the pond! It was simply an amazing experience with great company and if I could, I would live there permanently!! I'll have to settle for a weekend getaway as often as possible! You can be sure that I will be back, sooner than later, by myself, with my partner, and organizing more weekends with clients!!! All my clients thanked me truly for such an out of this world experience. They will all be back again, that's for sure! Ahh the Universe works in mysterious ways but this was a very pleasant surprise that will hopefully continue to be apart of my life for a long time. As you can see if you read this whole message, I was extremely pleased and amazed by everything this place has to offer. Don't hesitate to book your get away vacation as you cannot possibly regret it!!!

This location is pristine and the staff are incredible. The food was amazing and our guests had a…read moregreat time. I would highly recommend.

The only reason we visited this spa was because we were given a gift card to it. From booking to…read moretreatment, everything was just lacking. We had an extremely difficult time booking an appointment. It took about a month of calling before we finally got someone on the phone. We booked the "Couples Prestige Pedicure" which is advertised as taking 70 minutes. My fiancé's pedicure was 45 minutes and mine was just under an hour. Overall, my pedicure was very minimal--very little callous/dry skin removal. She applied exfoliating scrub, but just quickly and gently pushed it around before washing it off so it was pointless. An hour after my pedicure, I checked my heels and they were still dry/cracked. My fiancé's pedicurist did a better job--she is the only reason I'm giving 2 stars instead of 1. After tax, the total for the two pedicures was $215. They did not allow us to use our gift card to tip, even though we had just the right amount left on it, which seems ridiculous. The store shouldn't require you to supplement with your own cash when you've received a gift! Even if you can afford a $100+ pedicure, I don't know why you would choose to get it done here. Your run-of-the-mill strip mall nail salon will do a much better job with better results for 1/3 of the price.

This spa has been voted 'best spa' in Waterloo and area - and hands down - they truly deserve it…read more Although their services are quite pricy, it's well worth it, as immediately after you walk in, you feel completely relaxed and taken away to some beautiful, blissful place. After being greeted, I changed my shoes for a pair of sandals and changed into a bathrobe. Then, I soaked my feet in lavender scented warm water with rose petals, while sitting on comfy pillowed seats. They checked to make sure the temperature was right. Alas, after a few minutes, my massage therapist greeted me and guided me to a private, candle lit room for my massage. My goodness, the massage was heaven! I've been there twice, and every since, I've become highly opinionated about how my massages should feel like. It's truly hard to find good masseuses, and The Waters hires the best. Upon leaving, I also completed an anonymous survey. They take their customers' feedback very seriously. During my second visit, I noticed they implemented my suggestion. I haven't found a spa as great as this one - truly, you are getting what you pay for. I've been to cheaper spas, and it's not the same experience. Too bad it's so far away from me :(

my fav local crystal shop, i always spend wayy to much money because everything is so beautiful…read more everyone there is so kind and helpful and its such calm and safe vibes

From the owner: Healing Moon carries everything needed or wanted to walk a pagan path. Owned by 2 sisters with a…read moredeep connection to Mother Earth and a long lineage of witchery, this store is a place where women gather to share stories and learn from each other.

Float therapy has really helped my anxiety and overall mental well-being. The pods and rooms are…read morespacious and very comfortable. The staff, especially, Steve and Sonia are very knowledgeable and breathtakingly helpful. I loved every bit of my experience at their spa.

From the owner: Floatation therapy also known as sensory deprivation therapy is the popular practise of spending an…read morehour or more in a pod with 10" of constantly heated water mixed with 1000lbs of therapeutic grade Epsom salt.

Beautiful views from most holes at this course. I did not golf, just rode the cart so I cannot…read moreattest to the quality of the course. However those that I was with really enjoyed it.

If you're looking to treat yourself and get away to enjoy the best of Ontario, look no further than…read moreCobble Beach Inn. Nestled on the banks of Georgian Bay a few minutes from Owen Sound, you will find at the centre of the beautifully landscaped grounds, a breathtakingly warm and rustic getaway you wish could be your everyday home. We stayed in the Sutton room which features a stunning view of the water in every single room. The sitting room is separate from the bedroom and is easily the wow factor in the entire space. The ceiling is sky high and the perfect setting for reading and relaxing. Staff is welcoming and makes your comfort a priority. We felt comfortable the second we entered the inn. The included breakfast, hot tub and steam room were all great bonuses but ultimately the memory of curling up with my gf in robes while the picture perfect landscape of Georgian Bay filled our windows will keep us coming back to Cobble Beach Inn!

What a lovely place to stay!…read more My family of five (all adults) stayed at their Crow's Nest rooms on a summer weekend. Our hosts Miriam and John were lovely and gracious, and the space was perfect for our needs. I had a hard time looking up places to stay in the area as I was in Michigan and it just seemed there was very little useful or well-organized information about housing or rentals online. I'm so glad I found this place! They were always prompt with answering emails and accommodating concerns and turned out to be an ideal place to stay. The home is very nice and well maintained. Very large! There must be 7 rooms I think, although not all for guests. It apparently used to be a county doctor's home in the past. There is a large common area on the main floor with a fireplace, but we didn't use it as our rooms had a great living area enclosed. The Crow's Nest room area at the top of the BnB is great for families or small groups as it has two adjoining rooms and a large living area and a tv and small balcony and well-equipped kitchen, and is great to just "hang out" and play games, catch up etc. The grounds here are beautiful! We played frisbee in the yard, lay in the hammock, chatted on the lovely deck. The lawn is very well maintained! There is a firepit, veggie patch. I haven't even had the breakfast yet (that's tomorrow morning) but the hosts were very accommodating with our requests for a diabetic meal for my mom. There is a restaurant down the street (Sulky Sam's) which came recommended from the hosts, which we enjoyed as well :) Nearby there are all the great things the Bruce trail and recreation area have to offer. Port Elgin is great for relaxed cookouts with the family, Sauble beach is right there, and then a scenic drive from Wiarton to Tobermory is not to be missed (Flower Pot Island, Chantry Island, etc). STAY HERE! We've stayed at BnB's in Mackinaw, Michigan and in Stratford, Ontario among other places - this is our favorite so far!

What great place! In July I spent three nights in the School…read moreHouse Room. My hosts Miriam and John are gracious, accommodating and very helpfulI. I do not drive but that was not a problem. Miriam put me in contact with Sandra Howe from sole and spirit. Miriam was prompt in answering emails and worked with Sandra and I to make this an unforgettable experience for me. The home has a Victorian look and is well maintained. My room was on the main floor at the front. Its room was large with a comfortable bed, an ensuite and furnishing to match the time era. The grounds are well kept with gardens,a fire pit and a place to just relax. I enjoyed the hammock, the covered glider and chairs on the spacious deck out back. Miriam's breakfast was excellent what a cook. I'd recommend the restaurant down the street (Sulky Sam's) or the BBQ chicken dinner at the Legion. (a short walk away) A not to be missed spot is nearby Paisley. Sandra who provided my transportation to and from the bus station, shared the history of the area on the drive. I did a bike tour that was personalized to my needs and seen the Mills. The next day Miriam showed me the route to bike to Arron Lake, a scenic ride and relaxing spot. An excellent trip,all very affordable,no car or bicycle needed. Back to city life now.